From the Octagon to Quantico: UFC teaching the FBI to fight is its latest tie to Trump world
Summary
The FBI has partnered with UFC fighters to train federal agents in mixed martial arts, holding a seminar at the FBI Academy in Quantico. This collaboration is part of a broader relationship between the UFC and President Donald Trump, including an exclusive contract for the UFC to provide training to the FBI.Key Facts
- UFC fighters conducted a hand-to-hand combat seminar for about 300 FBI agents and trainees in March at the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia.
- The seminar included instruction in striking, grappling, weapon defense, and ground control.
- FBI Director Kash Patel publicly supported the partnership and posed for photos with agents and UFC fighters.
- In September, the FBI filed a document to award an exclusive one-year contract to the UFC without competitive bidding.
- The UFC is described by the FBI as uniquely qualified to train agents in mixed martial arts.
- The UFC owner, Dana White, is a close friend of President Donald Trump and has supported his political campaigns.
- President Trump hosted a UFC event on the White House lawn for his 80th birthday, a first for any professional sports organization.
- The Trump administration signed a memorandum of understanding to use UFC and sports as part of "sports diplomacy" initiatives.
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